Marbach unveils a major breakthrough in honeycomb cardboard cutting: a technology that allows both sides of the material to be cut and embossed in a single pass. This innovation paves the way for processing thicker cardboard with sharper edges and better stackability, while reducing tool wear and machine downtime. A double revolution, both qualitative and economic, which redefines standards for the packaging and packaging industry.

Marbach revolutionises honeycomb board cutting with double-sided technology

The packaging sector is constantly seeking solutions that combine performance, sustainability and economic efficiency. Last August, Marbach unveiled a major innovation that perfectly illustrates this trend: a groundbreaking process for cutting and embossing honeycomb board on both sides in a single pass.

Until now, cutting honeycomb board involved several technical limitations. This material, valued for its lightness and strength, remains difficult to process due to its thickness and cellular structure. Manufacturers were forced to carry out multiple operations, or even add specific anvils, to achieve a satisfactory finish.

Marbach is changing the game. Its patented technology now makes it possible to achieve a clean, straight cut while simultaneously embossing both sides of the material. The result: precise edges, improved stackability and the ability to handle thicker boards than ever before.

The innovation goes beyond surface quality. It also delivers a significant boost in productivity. By doubling processing capacity in a single cycle, Marbach drastically reduces downtime and the need for additional operations.

Wear on cutting rules is also greatly reduced, as is the need for costly replacement parts. For users, this translates into significantly lower operating costs combined with improved overall profitability.

The growing demand for robust and environmentally friendly packaging is pushing manufacturers to work with increasingly technical materials. Honeycomb board, in particular, stands out for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and recyclability. Yet its transformation has long remained a challenge.

With this innovation, Marbach offers a direct response to the industry’s needs: to process a demanding material efficiently while guaranteeing flawless quality and reducing operational constraints.

Packaging and processing professionals can now experience the tangible benefits of this new technology. For producers, it is a promise of greater competitiveness alongside improved quality of finished products.

The potential applications are numerous: reinforced transport packaging, durable displays, protective inserts and even load-bearing structures. In all these areas, mastering honeycomb board opens new opportunities for design and optimisation.

Beyond immediate efficiency, this breakthrough fits into a broader vision of industrial production: reducing waste, optimising resources and enhancing sustainability. By making recyclable materials easier to use and extending tool lifespan, Marbach contributes to more responsible manufacturing.

This technology perfectly illustrates the company’s ability to innovate and to provide

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